Are you tired of your plain and uninspiring staircase? Staircase quilt panels offer a fantastic solution to transform your space into something vibrant and eye-catching. Not only do these quilted pieces serve as functional decorations, but they also add character and warmth to your home. Imagine stepping into a hallway that instantly lightens your mood with bursts of color and intricate designs. By the end of this post, you'll discover how quilted panels can change the look o

Whether you’re brand new to quilting or you’ve been stitching for years, having the right tools makes the process smoother, more enjoyable, and a whole lot more accurate. Over time, I’ve learned which items truly earn their place in my studio and which ones just take up space. Today I’m sharing the quilting essentials I rely on for every project — the tools that help me design, cut, sew, and finish with confidence. 🧵 1. A Reliable Sewing Machine You don’t need the fanciest m

Designing modern quilts is one of my greatest joys — and one of my greatest puzzles. I create all my patterns in EQ8, which has truly changed the way I design. It lets me experiment freely, try bold ideas, and push shapes and color in ways that would be so much harder on paper. But even with a powerful tool, the creative process is never a straight line. There are days when ideas flow easily, and I can’t sketch fast enough. And then there are days when… nothing. I’ll open EQ8